About this property

In a great location at Lahinch, close to the Cliffs of Moher, the Ocean and the Famous Links Golf, Vaughan Lodge is a small, family-owned run by 4th generation local hoteliers, Michael and Maria Vaughan. Situated on the N67 45 minutes drive from Shannon Airport. Rooms are very spacious and contemporary, complete with bath / power shower, bedside reading lights, Tea and Coffee Facilities and free Wi-Fi internet access.. Breakfasts are cooked to order and of a high standard. Vaughan Lodge Hotel has a cocktail lounge bar, with cosy fireplace and a Fine Dining Restaurant normally open Tuesday to Saturday evening. Pre Booking of the Restaurant is essential as dining is limited in numbers. The hotel does not offer evening meals on Sunday and Monday evenings. The hotel is close to the village, with its restaurants, pubs and cafes and shops. The hotel operates Seasonally from Spring to Autumn.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Breakfast to go

  • Free parking available at the hotel


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Caroline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The overall ambiance and service were first class, and the breakfast was exceptional. Also, the bar is open till late. The staff were so kind in providing us with a lift to the bus stop - nothing was too much for them. We are now booked to return...
  • Jacqueline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great views, good food, excellent breakfast and friendly staff
  • Pamela
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hotel was lovely and the staff were very friendly and accommodating.. Local to the town and other amenities..
  • Grzegorz
    Poland Poland
    A huge, luxurious room with full amenities. The breakfasts are simply legendary.
  • Peter
    Ireland Ireland
    The food, service and staff were exceptional. The location is great within easy walking distance of the main street, beach and golf club. There is plenty of free parking at the hotel. The rooms are very comfortable.
  • Daragh
    Ireland Ireland
    Absolutely superb. Friendly, helpful staff. Bedroom was large, spacious and spotless with everything you could ask for. The hotel is a very short walk to the centre of Lahinch. I will be staying here again and would strongly recommend it to anyone...
  • Brian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    What did I like - everything The room was exceptional, the food at breakfast exceptional. The staff that helped me exceptional. The hotel is approximately a 7 minute walk into the main town area.
  • Michele
    Ireland Ireland
    The staff were all incredibly friendly and helpful. The breakfast exceeded our expectations. The bed is one of the most comfortable hotel beds I’ve ever slept in - the linen and towels were fabulous and the power in the shower was fantastic.
  • Danny
    Ireland Ireland
    Great spot if you're visiting for a few gates, no distance from the town centre. Relaxed atmosphere in the hotel and nice to unwind after the day.
  • Nulty
    Ireland Ireland
    I proposed to my now fiance this weekend. Was such a lovely place to stay for the occasion. The staff even dropped champagne to congratulate me to the room. Breakfast was lovely in the morning. Want to give a great thanks to all, really appreciate...

Hotel surroundings

House rules

Vaughan Lodge Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

In response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and in line with government guidelines, this property does not accept bookings from international visitors who have not already quarantined/self isolated upon arriving in Ireland.

- The Hotel Restaurant is closed on Sunday and Monday evenings.

- Pre-Booking of Dinner is essential to avoid disappointment as the restaurant is popular with locals and hotel guests

Please inform Vaughan Lodge Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.